Description
Deliciously crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these Fried Chicken Tenders are sure to be a favorite at any meal or snack time.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken tenders – 1½ pounds
- Buttermilk – 1 cup
- Large egg – 1
- All-purpose flour – 1½ cups
- Cornstarch – ¼ cup
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder – 1 teaspoon
- Smoked paprika – 1 teaspoon
- Kosher salt – 1¼ teaspoons
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Neutral oil (like peanut or canola) – about 3 cups
- Optional Add-Ins: Cayenne pepper – ¼ teaspoon
- Dried oregano – ½ teaspoon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken tenders and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg, flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper.
- Heat the oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each chicken tender into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s well coated, then carefully place it in the hot oil.
- Fry the chicken tenders in batches for about 4–5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Use a thermometer to ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken tenders and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Feel free to customize the seasoning with optional ingredients for added flavor. Always ensure the oil temperature is right for a perfect crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 chicken tenders
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
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